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Repurpose food containers into extraordinary treasures with these 13 amazing upcycling ideas. What a great way to reduce waste! Are you surprised? Some beautifully projects, right? Did you pick a favorite? Leave a note if you have time and thanks for being here, Kathy
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Looking to add some shine to your thrift store treasures or furniture? Metallic silver spray paint can turn the ordinary into designer decor in just minutes! We have 13 silver spray paint ideas for you. Try one of the projects and add a touch of elegance to your decor. Does shiny stuff make you happy?...
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Reusing home objects has grown in popularity in today's society, where environmental awareness and frugal living go hand in hand. We can lessen waste, conserve resources, and save money by giving items a second life. Here are some everyday objects you may inventively reuse to cut costs and reduce waste. 1. Glass Jars Glass jars...
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Distressing furniture and home decor accessories is quick and easy. You can distress any type of paint, and there are many different techniques for distressing paint. I've learned some tricks when it comes to this popular technique for making furniture and decor look old and worn, and I'm sharing my tips for distressing furniture today!...
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After you see my painted metal storm door, you will want to paint your storm door to match your front door too. I’ve had people ask me if you can paint a storm door, and the answer is yes you can! I will share the best way to paint the metal trim around your glass...
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Did you know you can make candles at home? It’s easy and fun! Making custom candles is a great way to showcase your style. Choose a favorite family heirloom, a thrifted glass dish, or an empty food container to personalize your candle. I promise you will be inspired by these 13 unique homemade candle ideas...
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The list of things you can use to make a Christmas wreath is endless. I have used everything from compact discs to silver plate trays. Of course, grapevine and evergreen wreaths are in the mix too. When I'm ready to put a project together, I look around my shop, house, shed, and even the lawn...
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Make fun refrigerator magnets at home in just minutes using vacation souvenirs, junk drawer stuff, and old hardware. Last week, I re-shared a tutorial on how to make skeleton keys and hardware magnets from a couple of years ago. It was such a hit that I created another bunch of magnets this week. I went...
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This tutorial will show you how easy it is to paint vintage furniture with latex paint and then distress the paint using wet wipes for an antiqued finish. I’ve had the radio cabinet for a while now and don’t remember how much I paid. I think I bought it at the auction. My memory! Today...
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Are you searching for one-of-a-kind items at rock-bottom prices? If so, flea markets are a treasure trove of vintage finds and quirky pieces. Yet, as with any shopping trip, several mistakes can turn your ideal flea market haul into a nightmare. So we've rounded up a list of tips and tricks to make your flea...
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Over the years, furniture tends to get dinged up and the stained finish damaged. This is usually due to normal wear and tear from daily life. If the stained finish is badly damaged it may need refinishing. But a lot of times a simple cleaning and waxing to restore the finish is all that's needed....
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Tutorial for a vintage cedar chest makeover with a two tone paint and stain finish. Is it okay to paint an old cedar chest? Sure it is, and this cedar chest makeover proves it. The two tone paint and original stain finish combine the new with the best of the old. Today is my favorite...
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These spring flower container ideas are fun and creative! You will be surprised at what you can reuse or reinvent as plant containers. I love using unique containers to display my outdoor plants and flowers. No boring plastic containers for me. Finding unique containers or reinventing an unusual piece as a plant pot has never...
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It's time, or maybe past time, to make a fall wreath. I can't tell you how many Fall wreaths I've made over the years and some of the ideas for the wreaths....well, I have no clue where they came from. Do you want a wreath that looks like everyone else's? I didn't think so. Take...
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I bought a few things this week from my favorite junk shop and our locally owned online auction company. Two of the items are Christmas things. The first photo shows the outside of the junk shop in Hopkinsville, Ky. There is a lot of good stuff inside and outside the store. I found the hand-painted...
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Do you like to wax furniture after it’s painted? I didn’t think so. I don’t either. That’s why I like Miss Lillian’s No Wax Chock Paint. The paint requires no stripping of the stained finish or sanding before painting and no waxing once the paint job is finished. Easy! You guys know I use all...
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Creating a warm and welcoming living space doesn’t have to be expensive. With creativity and resourcefulness, you can transform your home into a chic haven without spending a fortune. Here are ten budget-friendly tips for decorating on a dime and achieving stylish interiors that reflect your personality and taste. 1. Thrift Store Finds One person’s...
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Music teachers and parents share an important goal: the education of a
young musician. We both want the best outcome for the student, and we get
the best results when parent and teacher are on the same page about
lessons. Here are eight things that I, on behalf of all music teachers,
would want all parents to understand
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Make Fall projects to decorate your mantel, front porch, doors, whatever. These projects are easy to put together; some can be used year-round for any season. Also, some of the decor is made with nonpermanent products, making it simple to reuse the pieces as they were originally or decorate them for another season. 1. Flannel...
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I'm a baby boomer born in 1954 into the boomer generation. I remember the Cuban Missile Crisis, the assassination of John F. Kennedy, the Vietnam War, the first space walk, and so much more. I also recall many fun things I miss. Here is my partial list. If you are a baby boomer, chime in...
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